Grad Knight Event Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Grad Knight party?
Newport's Grad Knight party starts the evening of Newport's graduation day. Check in for the event will begin around 6:30 PM Wed. June 14, and the event will run through 5:30 AM AM the following morning.
Why should I go?
WHAT???? Why SHOULDN'T you go??!!!
This is an all expenses paid, ALL night party, with no shortage of incredible activities, fabulous food, contests and entertainment with ALL of your friends! When will you EVER have that opportunity again?
Who can attend the All-Knight Senior Grad Party?
Only Newport High School 2023 graduating seniors are invited to attend.
Why is the evening kept secret?
Event locations and activities remain a well-guarded secret to ensure the event remains sober, safe from crashers, drug-free and to create a fun and exciting experience.
What do I wear to the Grad Party?
Students should wear casual, comfortable clothes with a secure pocket, socks with close toed shoes, NO FLIP FLOPS or Sandals and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt. There will be outdoor spaces at venues and it will get chilly overnight. Sweats, leggings, AND PJs are all acceptable! NO PURSES BAGS OR BACKPACKS will be permitted.
Can I bring my cell phone?
This has been an ongoing debate. We invite you to bring your cell phones, memorialize this evening for you and your friends - you've earned this right of passage and we want you to celebrate! We ask that you consider keeping those photos between you and your friends such that you don't give away the evening so those looking forward to their Grad Knight party next year enjoy that same element of surprise. Please plan to FULLY CHARGE your phone and temper your use so you have enough charge to savor those import parts of the evening. Chargers and charging cords WILL NOT be permitted.
Is there financial assistance available?
If you are unable to pay for the cost of the ticket, please send an email to newportgradknights@gmail.com to explain your circumstances (this will only be seen by the GradKnight Steering Committee). Need based assistance will be available to a limited number of students. Free and reduced lunch qualify. We will send you a separate registration form.
How do I register for the event?
See our Registration page for details.
If we are going to different places, can I sit with my friends on the bus?
YES! Plan ahead and purchase your tickets EARLY and TOGETHER!
Bus assignment priority is linked to your ticket registration AND purchase. The earlier you purchase your ticket, the earlier you get to select your bus assignment when we open that process in May.
SEE BUS SELECTION PROCESS
What’s the refund policy?
Refunds are difficult. This event is expensive and fairly complicated.
Please be certain that when you purchase your ticket your schedule permits you to attend. The venues and activities available for our event are based on numbers of attendees.
Should you find at the last minute that you cannot attend, our preference would be that your ticket purchase be considered a donation to support the other students attending, but are willing to consider hardships on a case by case basis.
No Shows will not be considered for refund.
What if I get COVID and can’t attend?
If you submit a note from your physician that you have come down with COVID, we will refund your ticket (- an amount for processing) Although for the sake of the rest of the attending student body, our committee would appreciate you considering your ticket a donation.
Can I come late?
No. All seniors and parent chaperones will board buses after check-in. Unregistered or late students will not be permitted to attend. The All-Knight Grad Party committee and volunteers must account for every student at every stop throughout the night.
What if I’m too tired and want to go home?
The likelihood of that happening is very small, as there is something for everyone at this event. We travel together as a group and once the event starts the attendee list doesn’t change. We do have some quiet spaces, that you may move to should you decide you need to.
Is there a waiver we need to sign?
Yes, please see Registration page. All students will need to re-sign the waiver, they and their parents signed at check in the night of the event. You can familiarize yourself with the expectations of the event by reviewing the 2023 Senior Release form on the Registration page.
Will there be food at the event?
There will be an incredible amount of interesting and satisfying food at this event. There will be something for everyone. Allergy friendly food will be available and in case of severe allergies, you will be permitted to bring your own food. Please let us know on your waiver forms.
What if I’m 18 by graduation?
Congratulations! That is an exciting milestone! It really doesn't change much other than you'll need to re-sign the event waiver. Please see Important Forms. All students will need to sign the 2023 Senior Release form the night of the event. All participants will need to agree to the behavioral guidelines, and all participants are expected to stay for the duration of the evening.
What are the COVID guidelines?
We will be looking to follow recommended COVID guidelines in June 2023 for whatever county the venues are located.
What if we have to cancel the event due to a COVID shutdown?
Policy coming soon.
My student would like to attend but my student needs additional support.
Please contact us directly to discuss your students unique needs. This party, by design, has allot of visual and audio stimulus for a variety of reasons. HOWEVER, we have gone through great lengths to give students (and adults) who may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to stimulus a quieter place to be able to regroup. Please contact our committee @ newportgradknights@gmail.com.
My student needs additional support, I'm not certain my student will be able to make it the entire evening.
It is important to our committee that all students that desire to attend an option to attend. Please contact us so we can better understand your specific situation @ newportgradknights@gmail.com.
If your student requires an aid, again, please contact our committee to discuss.
Have a question that’s not addressed here?
Please contact 2023 Newport Grad Knight Committee @ newportgradknights@gmail.com
Newport's Grad Knight party starts the evening of Newport's graduation day. Check in for the event will begin around 6:30 PM Wed. June 14, and the event will run through 5:30 AM AM the following morning.
Why should I go?
WHAT???? Why SHOULDN'T you go??!!!
This is an all expenses paid, ALL night party, with no shortage of incredible activities, fabulous food, contests and entertainment with ALL of your friends! When will you EVER have that opportunity again?
Who can attend the All-Knight Senior Grad Party?
Only Newport High School 2023 graduating seniors are invited to attend.
Why is the evening kept secret?
Event locations and activities remain a well-guarded secret to ensure the event remains sober, safe from crashers, drug-free and to create a fun and exciting experience.
What do I wear to the Grad Party?
Students should wear casual, comfortable clothes with a secure pocket, socks with close toed shoes, NO FLIP FLOPS or Sandals and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt. There will be outdoor spaces at venues and it will get chilly overnight. Sweats, leggings, AND PJs are all acceptable! NO PURSES BAGS OR BACKPACKS will be permitted.
Can I bring my cell phone?
This has been an ongoing debate. We invite you to bring your cell phones, memorialize this evening for you and your friends - you've earned this right of passage and we want you to celebrate! We ask that you consider keeping those photos between you and your friends such that you don't give away the evening so those looking forward to their Grad Knight party next year enjoy that same element of surprise. Please plan to FULLY CHARGE your phone and temper your use so you have enough charge to savor those import parts of the evening. Chargers and charging cords WILL NOT be permitted.
Is there financial assistance available?
If you are unable to pay for the cost of the ticket, please send an email to newportgradknights@gmail.com to explain your circumstances (this will only be seen by the GradKnight Steering Committee). Need based assistance will be available to a limited number of students. Free and reduced lunch qualify. We will send you a separate registration form.
How do I register for the event?
See our Registration page for details.
If we are going to different places, can I sit with my friends on the bus?
YES! Plan ahead and purchase your tickets EARLY and TOGETHER!
Bus assignment priority is linked to your ticket registration AND purchase. The earlier you purchase your ticket, the earlier you get to select your bus assignment when we open that process in May.
SEE BUS SELECTION PROCESS
What’s the refund policy?
Refunds are difficult. This event is expensive and fairly complicated.
Please be certain that when you purchase your ticket your schedule permits you to attend. The venues and activities available for our event are based on numbers of attendees.
Should you find at the last minute that you cannot attend, our preference would be that your ticket purchase be considered a donation to support the other students attending, but are willing to consider hardships on a case by case basis.
No Shows will not be considered for refund.
What if I get COVID and can’t attend?
If you submit a note from your physician that you have come down with COVID, we will refund your ticket (- an amount for processing) Although for the sake of the rest of the attending student body, our committee would appreciate you considering your ticket a donation.
Can I come late?
No. All seniors and parent chaperones will board buses after check-in. Unregistered or late students will not be permitted to attend. The All-Knight Grad Party committee and volunteers must account for every student at every stop throughout the night.
What if I’m too tired and want to go home?
The likelihood of that happening is very small, as there is something for everyone at this event. We travel together as a group and once the event starts the attendee list doesn’t change. We do have some quiet spaces, that you may move to should you decide you need to.
Is there a waiver we need to sign?
Yes, please see Registration page. All students will need to re-sign the waiver, they and their parents signed at check in the night of the event. You can familiarize yourself with the expectations of the event by reviewing the 2023 Senior Release form on the Registration page.
Will there be food at the event?
There will be an incredible amount of interesting and satisfying food at this event. There will be something for everyone. Allergy friendly food will be available and in case of severe allergies, you will be permitted to bring your own food. Please let us know on your waiver forms.
What if I’m 18 by graduation?
Congratulations! That is an exciting milestone! It really doesn't change much other than you'll need to re-sign the event waiver. Please see Important Forms. All students will need to sign the 2023 Senior Release form the night of the event. All participants will need to agree to the behavioral guidelines, and all participants are expected to stay for the duration of the evening.
What are the COVID guidelines?
We will be looking to follow recommended COVID guidelines in June 2023 for whatever county the venues are located.
What if we have to cancel the event due to a COVID shutdown?
Policy coming soon.
My student would like to attend but my student needs additional support.
Please contact us directly to discuss your students unique needs. This party, by design, has allot of visual and audio stimulus for a variety of reasons. HOWEVER, we have gone through great lengths to give students (and adults) who may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to stimulus a quieter place to be able to regroup. Please contact our committee @ newportgradknights@gmail.com.
My student needs additional support, I'm not certain my student will be able to make it the entire evening.
It is important to our committee that all students that desire to attend an option to attend. Please contact us so we can better understand your specific situation @ newportgradknights@gmail.com.
If your student requires an aid, again, please contact our committee to discuss.
Have a question that’s not addressed here?
Please contact 2023 Newport Grad Knight Committee @ newportgradknights@gmail.com
The 2023 Newport GradKnight Committee is certified 501(3)(c) operating under the guidance and support
of the Newport High School PTSA.
of the Newport High School PTSA.
